Homeopathy
 
'Homeopathy is a form of alternative medicine first defined by Samuel Hahnemann in the 18th century.
 
Homeopathic practitioners contend that an ill person can be treated using a substance that can produce, in a healthy person, symptoms similar to those of the illness. '
 
wikipedia 2007
 

FAQs

What evidence is there that homeopathy works?

 
Homeopathy has been practiced throughout the world for over 250 years. It's very popular here and even more so in India and Germany. Many skeptics will argue that it is just the placebo effect that comes into play when the remedy is given. However positive results from treatment on animals, babies and small children who cannot possibly be aware of what is happening to them seems to disprove this.
 

How do you explain how Homeopathy works?

 
This is more difficult because we are unable to explain Homeopathy in modern scientific terms. A homeopathic remedy goes through a process of dilution and this means that very little if anything of the original substance is left. Again, the skeptics would argue that this couldn't possibly have an affect on the body. However, we believe that the energetic value of that substance still remains. Homeopaths view an organism as more than just substance and that we are both substance and energy. Homeopathy works at an energetic level and stimulates the bodies own healing processes.
 

Can I carry on taking conventional drugs whilst receiving homeopathic treatment?

 
Homeopathic remedies can work whilst taking conventional drugs and are effective in taking away unwanted side-effects. For those who wish to 'come off' conventional drugs, a plan can be formulated in conjunction with your GP.
 

It is true that homeopaths don't agree with vaccination?

 
It's not as simple as that, homeopaths specialise in the treatment of individuals and their unique responses to disease. So we work with a very different health model from the conventional one, which aims to increase 'herd immunity'. There is much anecdotal and scientific evidence to support the arguments for and against vaccination. We believe that parents should be supported in making rational informed decisions on the short and long-term implications of vaccination.
 

What do doctors think about homeopathy?

 
Doctors are becoming increasingly open-minded about homeopathy. In many hospitals it is becoming integrated into the NHS.
 

How long will I have to take homeopathic remedies for?

 
It varies greatly from person to person, depending on what your complaint is and how long you have been suffering for.
 

Do medical insurance companies recognise Homeopathy?

 
A growing number do. The following are companies which recognise Homeopaths without GP referral:

• HSA
• Healthsure
• Birmingham Hospital Saturday Fund
• Forester Health
• Health Shield
• Patient Aid Association
• Provincial Hospital Association